Neuquén Governor Clashes with Ex-Minister Over Vaca Muerta Benefits

Neuquén Governor Rolando Figueroa publicly criticized former Economy Minister Alfonso Prat-Gay for claiming that the Vaca Muerta shale formation 'does not benefit' the province. Figueroa invited Prat-Gay to tour the region and defended local achievements, highlighting a political dispute over the economic impact of Argentina's key energy asset. The exchange underscores ongoing domestic political tensions around resource wealth distribution ahead of elections.